About Me

¡Hola, I’m Joelyz!

Welcome to Vámonos Together—a family travel blog where I share real-life adventures with kids, from quick weekend getaways to international trips. I’m a biologist, military spouse, and mom of three little explorers (ages 7, 3, and a baby girl), raising them to see travel not as a luxury, but as a lifestyle of learning, connection, and wonder.

Why I Started This Blog

When I became a mom, I quickly realized that planning trips with kids takes a different kind of strategy. I created Vámonos Together to help families like yours:

Build memories through sustainable, meaningful travel (not just “checklist” vacations).

Plan smarter with kid-friendly itineraries, packing lists, and travel hacks.

Find balance between cultural experiences, outdoor adventures, and downtime.


My Unique Lens

What makes Vámonos Together different?

  • Sustainable + meaningful travel – Our focus is on slow travel, eco-conscious adventures, and kid-centered experiences instead of rushed bucket lists.
  • Biologist’s perspective – I weave science, ecosystems, and wildlife into our travels, turning every trip into a learning adventure.
  • Indigenous + bilingual – As a Taino Puerto Rican and Spanglish speaker, I highlight cultural connections and heritage.
  • Military family – We travel on a single income with three kids, balancing flexibility, budget hacks, and PCS life.



Where We’ve Lived/Traveled

We’ve collected addresses like some people collect souvenirs! Between military moves, family adventures, and our own wandering hearts, each place has become a new chapter in our family story, teaching us that “home” isn’t just a place on a map—it’s wherever we unpack our chaos together.

🌴 Currently in Jacksonville, Florida 🌴

📍USA – Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Mississippi, Montana, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington, Wyoming

📍Alaska – Ketchikan, Sitka, Juneau, Prince of Wales Island, Anchorage, Wasilla

📍 Turkey – Istanbul

📍Iceland – Reykjavik, Akureyri, Húsavík, Raufarhöfn

📍Costa Rica – San Jose, Jaco

📍Greece – Athens, Santorini

📍Malta – Valletta, St. Jullians, Mdina, Gozo, Comino

📍 Puerto Rico – Arecibo, San Juan

📍Bahamas – Nassau

📍Japan – Misawa

📍Canada- B.C, Ontario

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Let’s Connect

I believe family travel should feel doable, inspiring, and memorable—not overwhelming. Whether you’re planning your first trip with a baby or dreaming of an international family adventure, I’m here to help you make it happen.

👉 Start exploring my Travel Resources or download my free Baby + Toddler Packing List to make your next trip smoother.